This blog post is for all the husbands / boyfriends and single dads out there looking for the best stocking stuffers for their Wife / Girlfriend / daughter.
When it comes to stocking stuffers for her, sometimes it’s the little things that make the big things special, like the items you put into a stocking. They may be small, but they are always used day after day once the holidays come to an end. Stocking stuffers are usually fun things like new personal care items to try, or ones they already have on their shelf but not necessary fun to buy themselves.
Take deodorant for example, how can deodorant be an exciting stocking stuffer? It’s exciting because now when you run out you don’t have to go to the store and buy more because you already have it saving you time and money and who doesn’t love that!? Those mondain items that we need everyday is what you are looking for. But they don’t always have to be mondain, they can be new and exciting like a new perfume your sweetheart picked out for you!
Tips and Tricks for selecting the best stocking stuffers for her:
Before we jump to the complete list let me give you some tips on how to be super successful at this. You want to make as many gifts as personal as possible with a few new items for her to try as well. So how do we do that? Well….
Tip 1: Take a photo of her cosmetic shelf and what is in her shower. Take it with you to Ulta / Sephora or pull it up when you shop. What is her favorite brand of dry shampoo? What mascara does she have in her makeup bag? What perfumes does she have on her shelf? This will not only surprise her but go a long way in showing her that you pay attention.
Tip 2: What is her hobby? Item number 8 talks in more depth on ideas for this. But make her stocking geared towards her likes. For example, if she is a bookworm get her a new bookmark for her next big read.
Tip 3: Set a budget. It can be extremely easy to get carried away. Below I have listed Items at various price points in each of the categories. To keep costs low, opt in purchasing travel sized cosmetic items, this will help keep costs low and if she has never tried the product, it’ll give her a good opportunity to do so without being wasteful, if she has tried the product now, she has it available in a travel sized option perfect for your next getaway!
Tip 4: Don’t forget a card. I feel as though these are becoming a thing of the past, but nothing beats a handwritten card. Plus, if you did get her gift cards or maybe a concert ticket this is a great place to securely put the gift card to ensure it doesn’t get lost in the holiday mess of wrapping paper.
To simplify creating the best stocking I’ve broken down the best stocking stuffers into nine categories:
1 . Cosmetics:
Every good stocking should have some type of cosmetic item inside, if not multiple. Items in this category include: Perfume, Lipgloss, Mascara, Small Eyeshadow Palettes, etc.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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2. Personal Items:
This goes back to what I mentioned above, the items that may seem mundane but will never go to waste. Items like: Toothpaste, Deodorant, Toothbrush, New Hair Brush, Fuzzy Socks, Beanies, Gloves, etc.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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3. Spa Items:
Give her products that will help her unwind. Items like: Bath Bombs, Bath Salt, Bubble Bath, Essential Oils, Candles, face masks etc.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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4. Self-Care Items:
Because she needs something to go hand-in-hand with her spa night. Items like: Facial Cleansers, Face Masks, hand lotion, chapstick, hand sanitizer, lip masks, etc.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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5. Sweets:
Hands down a major must in any stocking. A candy cane is a cute accent don’t get me wrong, but pick her favorites. Is she a chocolate gal or sour candy type of gal? Either way hit up the dollar store and grab her some goodies or you can get fancy and choose some of these:
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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6. Hair Care:
Hair care, like many other products not this list, can be super personal, so, with anything in these categories if you can get the travel size of the item I highly recommend. Other than hair products like dray shampoo, mousse, shampoo and conditioner, hair ties and hair accessories are also a fun option for your girl.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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7. Gift Cards:
Without a doubt, gift cards are always a good choice. Gift cards are also an awesome way to shop local by getting her a gift card to her favorite local restaurant or boutique. If your long distance or your daughter is in college in a different state sometimes you can call and purchase the gift card over the phone and they can email it to you as a digital or even mail it to you for an additional charge. Other Gift Card Ideas include: Amazon, Home Goods / Marshalls / TJ Maxx / Starbucks / Target / Nordstrom / Panera / Chipotle / Barnes and Noble, etc.
for more gift card ideas try some of her favorite stores: Urband Outtfitters, Anthropologie, Sephora, Home Goods,
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8. Hobby Items:
Jumping back to Tip 2 a hobby item will help making the stocking feel extra personal. A great one for this category is if she is of age (or however you want to go about that) alcohol minis, especially if its for your college daughter. I promise those won’t go to waste. If she is a makeup girly you probably are already covered with the above but I’ve included more options below. If she’s a baker or loves hosting things like a new baking mit, cookie cutter, a new baking utensil, dish towels, fancy sprinkles or new baking mix, and if they are of age alcohol minis or cocktail mix kit (great for college kids). If she is a book worm, something as simple as a book mark or book would be great. If she is a traveling queen, you can get her a new passport, keychain or coin purse.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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9. A personalized item
Lastly, Adding a personalized item such as an ornament with a photo in it or an initial necklace will just add extra value to this already stacked stocking. If you and your wife / girlfriend have children think about something with the kids initials / names on it.
Here are some great options that fit into this category:
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Great content! Keep up the good work!